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Acoustic + Electrical Stimulation for Tinnitus
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Research Sponsored by University of California, Irvine
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
18 years or older
Tinnitus present for 6 months or more
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up outcome will be measured during each participant visit through study completion which can be an average of 1 year
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial is investigating whether electrical stimulation of the inner ear can reduce or eliminate tinnitus.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults who have had tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, for at least six months. Participants must speak English well enough to describe their experiences and complete surveys. Those with cochlear implants can join the electrical stimulation part of the study. Excluded are individuals under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding women, those on certain medications like aspirin that cause tinnitus, with ear abnormalities or treatable causes of tinnitus.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study investigates acoustic and electrical stimulation as treatments for tinnitus. Acoustic tests involve listening to sounds through headphones and rating tinnitus loudness. Electrical tests use a cochlear implant or electrodes placed in/on the ear to assess changes in tinnitus perception.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include discomfort from wearing headphones during acoustic testing or from electrode placement during electrical stimulation. There might also be temporary changes in hearing levels after procedures.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I have had ringing in my ears for over 6 months.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ outcome will be measured during each participant visit through study completion which can be an average of 1 year
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~outcome will be measured during each participant visit through study completion which can be an average of 1 year
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Audiogram
Medical Outcomes Study Questionnaire Short Form 36 (SF-36) Health Survey Quality of life metrics.
Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE)
+1 moreTrial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Electrical/ Acoustic stimulationExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
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Who is running the clinical trial?
University of California, IrvineLead Sponsor
544 Previous Clinical Trials
1,922,943 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Tinnitus
273 Patients Enrolled for Tinnitus
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- To be able to accurately describe the unusual sensations caused by electrical stimulation, and to be able to complete surveys about them.I have issues with my ear canal or ear drum.I have a long-term ear infection.My tinnitus can be treated.You have a history of experiencing severe mental health issues like hallucinations or delusions.You currently use illegal drugs or are dependent on alcohol.I am not taking aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen that I cannot stop.I am 18 years old or older.I am either male or female.I have a cochlear implant.I have had ringing in my ears for over 6 months.I am under 18 years old.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Electrical/ Acoustic stimulation
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
New Jersey
Texas
Other
California
How old are they?
18 - 65
65+
What site did they apply to?
Hamid R. Djalilian
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
3+
0
What questions have other patients asked about this trial?
How often would I need to come to the site in Irvine?
PatientReceived no prior treatments
Why did patients apply to this trial?
Great location close to my home. Would like to find relief if possible. I am hoping to have relief from tinnitus.
PatientReceived no prior treatments
Was told that nothing at the present time will help. i have had tinnitus for many years and it continues to worsen.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
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